Short "Great Gatsby" Essay, Symbolism

Gatsby wants people to think highly of him, he wants people to believe that he is a high class person, and that he has a lot of money, he wants people to acknowledge his wealth and status. Gatsby throws huge parties, attracting many people from across the town, although they are meant to attract Daisy. They all wear their best outfits, and act as socially high class people. The parties show a fresh energy, but …

…but nobody is sure. Gatsby doesn't seem to be a violent or racist person; He wouldn't want to ruin his Reputation. It is clear however in the novel that Gatsby is a bootlegger and he and Wolfshiem sell alcohol over the counter at his Drugstore. When it comes to sports Gatsby introduces himself as the polo player, Polo is a classier game for gentleman, showing again that Gatsby wants to come across as a gentleman.